Hemans, Mrs., 1793-1835

Felicia Hemans was one of the first successful female English career poets. For a brief time, she was the most popular and acclaimed poet writing in England. Mrs. Hemans embodies a significant transition in English poetry from Romantic lyricism to the moral and patriotic themes prevalent in the Victorian era.

From the description of Felicia Hemans letters and poems, 1825, n.d. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 50039596

Felicia Dorothea Browne Hemans (1793-1835) was an English poet who wrote a number of popular works including "Casabianca." She moved to Ireland in 1831 and remained there for the rest of her life.